Aruba JL687A

Overview

The Aruba JL687A is a 32-port module designed for the Aruba CX 8400 switch chassis, providing high-speed fiber connectivity with support for 1, 10, and 25 gigabit links through SFP, SFP+, and SFP28 transceivers. This module enhances your existing network infrastructure by delivering scalable bandwidth suitable for data center fabrics, enterprise cores, and demanding workloads like virtualization and storage. Its plug-in design allows easy installation into any open slot of the eight-slot chassis, enabling rapid expansion without adding extra rack units.

Key features

• Offers 32 SFP28 slots compatible with 1G, 10G, and 25G optical transceivers, allowing flexible network speed upgrades.
• Supports 25GBase-X technology to ensure future-ready performance with high-speed, low-latency data transport.
• Utilizes optical fiber connections to extend data transmission distances while minimizing electromagnetic interference compared to copper cables.
• Tool-free, plug-in installation simplifies deployment and reduces downtime during network expansion.
• Compact module size helps maintain organized rack space by adding numerous ports without occupying additional rack units.
• Compatible with the Aruba 8400 eight-slot chassis, making it easy to integrate into existing setups.

Key specs

• Port count: 32 SFP/SFP+/SFP28 slots
• Supported link speeds: 1 Gbps, 10 Gbps, 25 Gbps
• Network technology: 25GBase-X
• Dimensions: approximately 16.6 x 11.9 x 1.7 inches
• Weight: about 10.7 pounds
• Compatible chassis: Aruba CX 8400 eight-slot switch chassis

Connectivity and compatibility

This module is designed to seamlessly integrate with the Aruba CX 8400 switch chassis, providing a straightforward upgrade path for networks requiring fiber optic connections. Its support for multiple transceiver types means you can tailor your network speeds to current needs and easily upgrade as demands grow. The use of optical fiber ensures reliable, high-speed connections over longer distances, which is essential for campus backbones and aggregation layers.

Installation and setup

Installing the JL687A module is a simple process that involves sliding it into any available slot in the Aruba 8400 chassis. The module is recognized automatically by the system software, allowing it to come online quickly without complex configuration steps. This plug-and-play approach minimizes network downtime and supports rapid scaling of your fiber infrastructure.

Ideal uses and environments

The Aruba JL687A module fits well in environments that demand scalable, high-speed fiber connectivity such as data centers, enterprise core networks, and campus backbones. It is particularly suited for organizations planning gradual network upgrades, as it supports a range of transceiver speeds within the same hardware slot. Network teams managing virtualization, storage traffic, or high-bandwidth applications will find this module a practical and future-proof choice.

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